General FAQ - Spotted Africa Safaris

GENERAL FAQ FOR TANZANIA SAFARI

TANZANIA VISIT INFO

Why Tanzania?

Tanzania has more National Parks than any other African country. These National Parks include Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Conservation Area which are the most known.Is the home to the Great Migration of over 2 million Wildebeests and thousands of Zebras migrating every year searching for green pasture and water in an endless circle.

Tanzanian People are known to be warm and friendly, amongst themselves as well as to foreigners. Politeness, respect and modesty are highly valued in the country. Tanzania has Mount Kilimanjaro which is African’s highest peak.

What the Best time to visit Tanzania?

Depends on your preference;

June to October: is when the country is at its driest. During this season the migration river crossing happens however, all the parks offer amazing wildlife sightings at this time as the grasses and bush are at their least dense.

November to May: is a wet season/rainy season, Calves are born from January to March, and the predators are notably active during this time. The migration of birds is also at its peak at this time of the year, turning the National Parks into a paradise.

Best time to climb Kilimanjaro

June – October : The weather on Kilimanjaro is fairly dry and clear, but mornings and nights are still cold. This time is usually quiet and sunny. It is an excellent idea to choose this time for your adventure because of the great weather.

A remarkable feature of the wet season is that the number of visitors to the Parks/ Kilimanjaro is notably lower than during the dry one.

Cancellation policy

90 days and above 100% refund 30 days to 90 days – 20% Cancellation charges 15 days to 30days – 40% Cancellation charges below 15 days – 100 % Cancellation charges

Do I Need Visa?

A visa is required when travelling to Tanzania. Ensure your passport be valid at least for six months past your arrival date and make sure you have at least 2blank pages in your passport

a) Apply through the nearest Tanzanian embassy to you,
b) Apply for a landing visa when you enter Tanzania.

U.S. citizen is 100 USD, Canadian and other countries are 50 USD.

Do I need to purchase travel insurance?

An extensive travel insurance effective for the entire duration of your trip is strongly advised. This should ensure coverage for any unforeseen circumstances that may occur such as trip cancellation or postponement, lost or delayed baggage, emergency or accident, illness and evacuation and a need for 24-hour medical assistance.

Vaccination

Check your medical history to see if you have already received some of the recommended or required vaccines. It is advised that you see a doctor or travel clinic that has a special focus on tropical disease wishes ask them if there are any additional suggestions based on your age or medical history. It can take a bit of time to get all the recommended vaccinations; it is advisable to begin as soon as you confirm your travel dates.

Yellow Fever
A certificate of vaccination for Yellow Fever will be necessary for arrival from Kenya or other neighboring East African Countries. Tanzania has no recorded case of Yellow fever.

Malaria
The risk of contracting Malaria in Tanzania is decreasing. Using repellants and sleeping under a mosquito net is advised. Malaria has no vaccine there are special medicines to prevent Malaria. Consult with your doctor before taking any medication.

What is AMREF Flying Doctors Insurance?

AMREF Flying Doctors provides air evacuation services in medical emergencies. All our guests are enrolled on that program.

Can I use my credit card in Tanzania?

We encourage guests to avoid using credit cards to make purchases for security reasons, even at lodges and gift shops. We advise all our guests to take extra precaution when using their credit cards in Tanzania as there may be a higher risk of the credit card numbers and fraudulent charges will be made.

Is it safe traveling with children?

A safari trip to the African wilderness can easily be deemed as one of the most rewarding and unforgettable family vacation experiences. Left and right, children actively encounter sights that prompt many opportunities for new knowledge. It is undoubtedly a stimulating environment for curious young minds.

That being said, their safety should be given extra regard and care when out in the wilderness. As noted above, several safari lodges and camps are not fenced and have wildlife wandering their grounds. We stress that you should always keep your children in sight, and never, under any circumstance, let them wander alone. Masaai escorts are always be present when you are out at night.

Why cultural activities?

Cultural Tourism is beneficial to everyone. The tourists get unforgettable and unique experiences, while the local people generate income that improves their standard of living.

Various local communities run their cultural programs and welcome visitors to their homes, bringing income directly to the local community while giving local people an opportunity to showcase their way of life to the outside world.

This creates mutual understanding and friendships between tourists and local people, offering tourists from all over the world the possibility to experience Tanzania’s cultural diversity and providing local people in various rural areas the opportunity to build sustainable livelihoods.